If you are looking for your next home or considering a property investment in Milan, the north-eastern outer band is today one of the most dynamic and interesting areas in the whole city. Districts such as Monza, Crescenzago, Gorla and Quartiere Adriano offer a perfect balance of history, green spaces and modernity, all accompanied by an excellent network of connections (thanks to the M1 metro line) and the evocative setting of the Naviglio della Martesana.
To make an informed purchase or rental decision and avoid surprises, relying on reliable data is essential. In this article we analyse in detail the official market values based on the OMI database of the Italian Revenue Agency, with specific reference to the second half of 2025.
Buying: prices per square metre
The sales market in this part of Milan is extremely varied, offering excellent opportunities both for those looking for a solution ready to use and for those who prefer to invest in a property to personalise.
Here are the official values per square metre for the various types of residential property and for garages:
| Type | Sale €/sqm |
|---|---|
| Civil dwellingsExcellent condition | 4,200 – 5,700 |
| Civil dwellingsNormal condition | 2,750 – 4,100 |
| Economy dwellingsExcellent condition | 2,900 – 3,700 |
| Economy dwellingsNormal condition | 2,100 – 2,800 |
| GaragesNormal condition | 1,400 – 2,400 |
Civil dwellings in excellent condition are ideal for those looking for recently built or fully renovated homes; economy-type dwellings are a very valid alternative for those wishing to optimise their budget, with normal condition acting as the entry band to the residential market. A garage, finally, is the choice for those who need private parking.
Renting: monthly rents
Renting in these areas is particularly sought after by young professionals, couples and students, attracted by the liveability of the neighbourhoods and the speed with which central Milan can be reached.
The table below summarises the monthly rents per square metre set out by the Italian Revenue Agency:
| Type | Rent €/sqm month |
|---|---|
| Civil dwellingsExcellent condition | 13.8 – 20.5 |
| Civil dwellingsNormal condition | 9 – 13.7 |
| Economy dwellingsExcellent condition | 9.1 – 12.5 |
| Economy dwellingsNormal condition | 7 – 9 |
| GaragesNormal condition | 6.5 – 11 |
Practical examples of monthly rent calculation
To help you better understand how this data translates into everyday reality, here are two monthly rent simulations (service charges excluded):
60 sqm apartment in excellent condition (civil dwelling). Minimum rent: 60 sqm × €13.8 = €828 a month; maximum rent: 60 sqm × €20.5 = €1,230 a month. Estimated price band: between €828 and €1,230 a month.
80 sqm apartment in normal condition (civil dwelling). Minimum rent: 80 sqm × €9.0 = €720 a month; maximum rent: 80 sqm × €13.7 = €1,096 a month. Estimated price band: between €720 and €1,096 a month.
Why invest in this area?
Looking at the trends and the OMI data for this particular part of Milan, three main reasons emerge as to why buying or renting here is a strategic move:
Extraordinary value for money: compared with the central or semi-central parts of Milan, where figures easily exceed €7,000-8,000/sqm, the Monza-Crescenzago-Gorla-Adriano area makes it possible to buy civil properties in excellent condition at decidedly more accessible prices (with a maximum of €5,700/sqm), without giving up Milanese amenities.
Competitive rental returns: rents for civil dwellings in excellent condition reach up to €20.5/sqm/month. This means an investor can generate excellent monthly cash flows against a contained initial purchase capital, recording very attractive gross annual returns.
Regeneration and green spaces: the proximity of the Naviglio della Martesana for Gorla and Crescenzago, together with the modern urban development of Quartiere Adriano and Parco Adriano, makes this one of the greenest and most eco-friendly areas of the Milanese outskirts. It is an area in constant appreciation, where buying today promises a secure capital gain over the medium to long term.